One of the few lodges globally giving 100% of any financial gains back into the reserve for the benefit of wildlife, local community and future generations.
Location
Noka Camp offers one of South Africa’s most dramatic safari settings. Perched on the edge of a 100-foot cliff, it gazes out over the Palala River and a vast expanse of untouched bush. Just a three-hour drive from Johannesburg, it’s remote enough to feel wonderfully wild, yet close enough for an easy getaway.
Rooms
With just five villas — including a spacious family unit — Noka Camp keeps things blissfully intimate. Each one is beautifully designed with clean, contemporary lines and floor-to-ceiling glass that draws the outside in. What we love most are the private decks, where you can watch wildlife drift past far below — or the stars sparkle above while you soak in your private swimming pool.
Amenities
Noka’s design is as thoughtful as it is stunning. You’ll love the elevated treetop gym, where morning workouts come with panoramic views of the wilderness below, and the tranquil yoga deck, shaded by indigenous trees and perfect for a gentle stretch before breakfast.
Massages and wellness treatments are offered in a calm, glass-walled space overlooking the river valley. A stylish lounge and bar and a library nook for quiet afternoons invites you to truly slow down. You’ll also find a dramatic cliff-edge plunge pool at each villa — perfect for cooling off with uninterrupted views over the reserve.
Activities
Guests can head out on twice-daily game drives with expert guides, seeking out not just the Big Five but cheetahs, pangolins, and other rare species too. Bushman rock art excursions and stargazing sleep-outs in the Sky Bed add something extra-special. For those who love their safaris with a side of solitude, this is pure magic.
Sustainability
Lepogo Lodges are committed to be 100% non-for-profit, giving any proceeds they make back to the Lapalala Wilderness for conservation. Every stay directly supports conservation and local communities — from carbon-offsetting every guest to investing in nearby schools and healthcare.
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